1984 Innocenti 990 vs. 1991 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 1991 Volkswagen Polo is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Innocenti 990. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Innocenti 990 would be higher. At 1,043 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Volkswagen Polo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Innocenti 990 (51 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1991 Volkswagen Polo. (43 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Innocenti 990 should accelerate faster than 1991 Volkswagen Polo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Volkswagen Polo weights approximately 136 kg more than 1984 Innocenti 990.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1991 Volkswagen Polo (76 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Innocenti 990. (75 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1991 Volkswagen Polo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Innocenti 990.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Innocenti 990 | 1991 Volkswagen Polo | |
| Make | Innocenti | Volkswagen |
| Model | 990 | Polo |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 993 cc | 1043 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 43 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 75 Nm | 76 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 714 kg | 850 kg |
